air fryer salmon
This delicious air fryer salmon recipe results in perfectly cooked salmon fillets that are tender and flavorful. With minimal prep time and quick cooking, it's a healthy option for a weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 tongs
- 1 meat thermometer optional
Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon About 6 ounces each.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 4 wedges lemon For serving.
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel, then brush both sides of each fillet with the olive oil mixture.
- Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Cook the salmon for 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer using tongs and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
- For added flavor, you can marinate the salmon for up to 30 minutes before cooking.
- Experiment with different seasonings like dill or herb blends according to your taste preferences.
- Make sure to check the salmon earlier if you prefer it less cooked, as air fryers can vary in cooking time.
Notes
For added flavor, you can marinate the salmon for up to 30 minutes before cooking.
Experiment with different seasonings like dill or herb blends according to your taste preferences.
Make sure to check the salmon earlier if you prefer it less cooked, as air fryers can vary in cooking time.